TY - JOUR AU - Wu, Jiang AU - Yan, Changjiao AU - Wang, Lei AU - Yang, Yuqing AU - Ling, Rui AU - Li, Nanlin PY - 2019 TI - Oncoplastic technique using a lateral mammary adipofascial flap for the breast-conserving reconstruction JF - Annals of Translational Medicine; Vol 7, No 23 (December 15, 2019): Annals of Translational Medicine Y2 - 2019 KW - N2 - Achieving satisfactory cosmetic results after breast-conserving surgery (BCS) can be difficult for breast cancer patients with large tumors. To avoid breast asymmetries and deformation, we present a case of breast reconstruction after BCS with a lateral mammary adipofascial flap, which was dissociated along the sentinel lymph node biopsy incision. During the procedure, the pedicled flap was transferred into the residual tumor cavity through a tunnel between them and then matched the residual cavity. The sufficient blood supply of the transferred flap was observed in ultrasound at follow-up. The operative is straightforward to perform and less invasive. No operative complications were observed. The cosmetic results were found to be good with a natural shape, volume, and symmetry, and with which the patient has reported high satisfaction. This procedure offers a new possibility in breast reconstruction and is worth considering as a new option for immediate repair after BCS. UR - https://atm.amegroups.org/article/view/32857